Full Time Foundation Studies in Art & Design BTEC Diploma
BTEC
In Bromsgrove
Description
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Type
BTEC
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Location
Bromsgrove
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Duration
2 Years
The Foundation course is divided into 3 stages exploratory, pathway and confirmatory. These in turn give you the opportunity to create a body of work to provide evidence to achieve 9 different units
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Government funding available
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About this course
5 GCSEs grade A-C 1ALevel supported by 3 GCSEs A portfolio of work which demonstrates evidence that you have achieved a standard that will enable you to benefit from the course.
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Subjects
- Design
Course programme
Foundation Studies in Art & Design BTEC Diploma 28-06-07
Location:Bromsgrove
Qualification Level:Level 3
Attendance:Full Time or Flex
Course Duration:
Course duration 1 year full-time, 2 years flexi/ part-time.
Course Description
The Foundation course is divided into 3 stages exploratory, pathway and confirmatory. These in turn give you the opportunity to create a body of work to provide evidence to achieve 9 different units.
Course Content:
1. Exploratory: This stage looks at the fundamentals of visual language. You will be given the opportunity to explore a range of 2D and 3D processes including Graphic Design, Fashion/Textile Design, 3D Industrial-Design, Ceramics and Fine Art. Supported by Drawing, Printmaking, Photography and Life Drawing.
2. Pathway: This stage allows an increasing move towards your chosen direction within 4 main areas: Fine Art - painting, sculpture, installation, video, photography, printmaking Textiles/Fashion - printed, constructed, theatre costume, Visual Communication - graphic design, illustration, photography, 3D Design and Crafts - ceramics, product and interior design, furniture, jewellery
3. Confirmatory: At this stage you are encouraged to demonstrate and apply your skills and experience by working on a Final Major Project the outcome/s of which, are presented in an open exhibition.
How is the Qualification Achieved ?
There are no formal examinations. Assessment is continuous and the overall grade awarded for the Diploma is achieved on the body of work submitted in response to units 8 & 9.
On Successful Completion of this Course
The Foundation programme specifically prepares you for application to Higher Education courses in Art & Design and offers a broad experience in a stimulating and creative environment.
Additional Information
We particularly welcome part-time and mature students, who always make a strong contribution to this course. Our team of staff are all practising artists and designers. In addition there is a series of educational visits to art galleries and museums and talks by visiting lecturers. This provides a lively, flexible programme of study.
Full Time Foundation Studies in Art & Design BTEC Diploma